The review of the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 highlights the vehicle's compatibility with Tesla's North American Charging Standard for easier charging access. However, the experience demonstrated significant practical challenges, such as the physical reach of charging cables at Supercharging stations. While the shift to Tesla's standard has gained traction among automakers, issues like these exemplify that innovations may not function seamlessly in everyday situations, particularly for those relying heavily on charging infrastructure.
"While Hyundai shouldn't shoulder all the blame, it illustrated how a seemingly good idea doesn't always translate in the real world, particularly at charging stations."
"CCS was the standard in North America, used by every automaker except Tesla, which developed its own NACS port and charging station to expand its network."
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